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'They haven't seen it': Kia claps back at Tasman keyboard warriors shocked by the design of the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max rivalling ute
By Andrew Chesterton · 09 Nov 2024
Kia says those doubting the Tasman’s boundary-pushing exterior design need to see the model in the metal before making up their minds, as the brand said the “controversy” surrounding the vehicle’s unveiling will subside as Australians “get used to it”.
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New Chinese hybrid ute scores five-star safety rating: 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha receives top marks in ANCAP crash test cementing its place as a rival for Mitsubishi Triton and Ford Ranger
By Samuel Irvine · 07 Nov 2024
The first hybrid ute sold in Australia – the 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha – has passed the ANCAP safety crash test with a maximum five-star rating.
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Toyota 4WD gets ultimate off-road package
By Samuel Irvine · 07 Nov 2024
Toyota’s in-house customisation brand, Modellista, has whipped up a wild rendition of the brand new LandCruiser Prado as the brand gears up for its US launch.
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'More than just a concept': Toyota RAV4's tough-as-nails future revealed in SEMA special that points to RAV4 GR to rival Ford Bronco Sport and future Mitsubishi Outlander Ralliart
By John Law · 06 Nov 2024
Toyota has been busy at this year’s Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) show held in Las Vegas. 
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'The number one vehicle sold in Australia': Is BYD really going to take on Ford, Toyota, GWM and more the 2025 BYD Shark 6 plug-in hybrid ute? | Analysis
By John Law · 06 Nov 2024
Following the reveal of the BYD Shark 6’s $57,900 (before on-road costs) starting price, BYD Importer EVDirect was quick to beat its chest. 
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Record-breaking Aussie desert assault inspires locally-developed special 2025 Volkswagen Amarok to challenge Ford Ranger, Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster, Isuzu D-Max Blade, LDV T60 Max Plus, Mitsubishi Triton, Nissan Navara Warrior, Toyota HiLux GR Sport
By James Cleary · 05 Nov 2024
When a Guinness World Records observer is along for the ride you know something extraordinary is on the cards and so it was as a 2025 Volkswagen Amarok V6 Style driven by a three-person crew covered Australia’s 10 gazetted deserts in, you guessed it, world record time.
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My 2011 Ford Ranger has noisy engine tappets
By David Morley · 05 Nov 2024

The engine tappets are noisy on my 2011 Ford Ranger.

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Experiencing shudder in my 2013 Holden Colorado
By David Morley · 05 Nov 2024

My 2013 Holden Colorado shudders when in fifth gear around 1500-1700rpm. I have had several things checked gearbox, engine mounts, shocks, engine wiring with no luck.

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China's tough-as-nails looking 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross rival: Australian bound brand Geely has debuted the new Cowboy SUV in China
By Dom Tripolone · 04 Nov 2024
Chinese car brands are rolling out new and improved products at an astonishing rate.
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Will the 2025 Kia Tasman really 'redefine' the ute sector? How Kia's new Tasman lines up in an on-paper comparison against Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux and Isuzu D-Max
By Samuel Irvine · 04 Nov 2024
Kia has released its first ute with the ambitious target of capturing 10 per cent of Australia's highly competitive pick-up market in its first year of sales.
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